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Get spooked with a haunted history tour of Black Mountain
History buffs and ghost hunters take note: Haunted History Tours of Black Mountain are being offered monthly through the fall by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History Center. The haunted history tours will take visitors through the streets of Black Mountain, exploring the past. Spirits from the history of the Swannanoa Valley may appear along the journey.
Catawba Indian tribe breaks ground on $700m casino in North Carolina
It will take two phases to complete the permanent structure of the new Two Kings Casino. US.- The Catawba Indian tribe has broken ground on a $700m casino in North Carolina. The ground-breaking ceremony for the permanent Two Kings Casino was held on Friday, June 7. Currently, the tribe operates a single-level temporary casino at the location.
Around town: Marion plantation recognizes woman of color as descendant
Regina Lynch-Hudson has become Col. John Carson’s first descendant of color to join the Daughters of the American Revolution. The Historic Carson House, the 640-acre plantation in Marion that he founded, is also constructing a new interpretive center honoring the slave experience. Analyses from Family Tree DNA confirmed that...
Tryon Fire Department responds to fuel spill on N. Trade St.
TRYON— On Wednesday, June 12, at approximately 12 p.m., the Tryon Fire Department responded to a minor fuel spill at the intersection of N. Trade St. and W. Howard St. Upon arriving, officials discovered roughly a few gallons of diesel fuel had leaked into the street and quickly stopped the spill from spreading. Firefighters applied […] The post Tryon Fire Department responds to fuel spill on N. Trade St. appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
New Museum Exhibit in Old Fort Explores Voting Rights in the United States and North Carolina
A new exhibit at the Mountain Gateway Museum, “A Place at the Polls,” examines the history of voting rights in the United States and how it played out in Western North Carolina. The exhibit runs through February 2025. From the start of the nation, the question of who...
Landrum Council reviews proposed budget, potential property tax increase sparks debate
LANDRUM—At its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 11, the Landrum City Council performed its first public read-through of the proposed 2024-2025 budget, which is scheduled to go into effect on Monday, July 1. City Manager Rich Caplan prepared a presentation explaining the changes in the current year’s budget. In his presentation, Caplan explained the […] The post Landrum Council reviews proposed budget, potential property tax increase sparks debate appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
McDowell County Woman Wins Million Dollar Scratch-off
Christina Boeke of Marion tried her luck on a $50 scratch-off and won a $1 million prize. Boeke bought her lucky $10 Million Spectacular ticket from Riverside Convenience Store on U.S. 70 West in Marion. When Boeke arrived Friday to collect her winnings, she had a decision to make. She...
FamilyTreeDNA Tester Becomes First Woman of Color with DNA Lineage to Patriot Colonel John Carson Inducted into DAR
Regina Lynch-Hudson stands in front of a portrait of her fifth-great grandfather, Colonel John Carson. She was sworn into DAR wearing a scarf patterned after the Historic Carson House museum’s quilt created by an enslaved foremother known as Kadella. May 2024. FamilyTreeDNA Assists in Uncovering Lineage to Prominent Revolutionary...
Here's How Many Seasons of 'Mayor of Kingstown' Are Already Planned
Mayor of Kingstown returns for a thrilling third season with Jeremy Renner leading the charge as Mike McLusky in the criminal underworld. Creator Hugh Dillon shares plans for four more seasons, mentored by Taylor Sheridan who knows exactly where the series is headed. Despite setbacks like Renner's injury, Mayor of...
Venue Change: Park Rhythms on June 27th
The Park Rhythms concert on June 27th featuring Drumming Bird will take place inside the Lakeview Clubhouse located at 401 Laurel Circle Drive. This will be a seated show with seats being filled on a first-come-first-serve basis. Music will start at 7:00pm.
City of Shelby Selects Director of Planning and Development Services
City Manager, Rick Howell, has announced that Brian Burgess has been selected as the Director of Planning and Development Services for the City of Shelby. To read the full press release, click here.
Meetings let residents share concerns about Mission hospitals
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Western North Carolina residents will have several chances this month to ask questions and share concerns about HCA Healthcare with Dogwood Health Trust and Affiliated Monitors Inc. The meetings are part of the independent monitor’s efforts to determine whether HCA Healthcare complies with its Mission...
Construction Completed - Veterans Park Streambank Restoration Repairs - TS Fred
A temporary construction fence has been left along the bank of the river beside the walking bridge to protect the slope while the vegetation regenerates over the summer. Final live stake plantings will be installed in the fall and the project is set to officially close shortly thereafter (by December 31st) . The Town extends special thanks to Kimley-Horn and RES Construction for the work on this project.
Stunning North Carolina Waterfall Hike Reopens After 2 Years
Finally. According to Channel 9, one of the most popular waterfalls in North Carolina has reopened. It’s been closed for 2 long years. I know the agony of not being able to ride horses or hike on a favorite trail. It’s more than an inconvenience, it makes ya sad. But it had closed for a good reason.
Native Americans During the Revolutionary War
Jennifer Baker, DAR Vesuvius Furnace Chapter | Comments: 0 | Leave a comment. This is another in our series of articles from the DAR & SAR leading up to the celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026. Compiled by Jennifer Baker, DAR Vesuvius Furnace Chapter. Prior to the expansion of...
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